Lower Scorpion Campround campground
Lower Scorpion Campround
The nearby attractions include the historic Frijole Ranch, which serves as a visitor center and museum, and is a great place to learn about the park's history and culture. The McKittrick Canyon Trail, located just a short distance from the campground, offers hikers beautiful views of the desert landscape, cliffs, and canyons.
The campground amenities include restrooms with flush toilets, potable water, and a dump station. The campground is also equipped with bear-proof food lockers, and campsite reservations can be made online.
Interesting facts about the area include the Guadalupe Mountains being one of the world's premier destinations for caving, with over 300 known caves, including the Carlsbad Caverns. The area is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including mountain lions, black bears, and mule deer.
The best time of year to visit the Lower Scorpion Campground is in the spring and fall when temperatures are mild, averaging around 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 40 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Summers can be hot, with temperatures averaging in the mid-90s during the day. Winters can be cold, with temperatures averaging around 50 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping below freezing at night.
Overall, Lower Scorpion Campground is an excellent choice for those seeking a peaceful and scenic camping experience in the heart of the Guadalupe Mountains National Park.
What's on-site at Lower Scorpion Campround
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lower Scorpion Campround, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scorpion - Gila Cliff Dwelllings | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Upper Scorpion Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Forks | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Forks Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Grapevine | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lower Scorpion Campround -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Gila River Near Gila | 33 cfs | → |
| Mogollon Creek Near Cliff | 2 cfs | → |
| Mimbres River At Mimbres | 4 cfs | → |
| San Francisco River Near Glenwood | 16 cfs | → |
| Gila River Near Redrock | 21 cfs | → |
| San Francisco River Near Reserve | 3,350 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lower Scorpion Campround -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Signal Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Signal Peak | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lookout Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mcknight Cabin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mcknight Cabin | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Silver Creek Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
Points of interest
Paddle runs
- Northern Boundary Nm To Eastern Boundary Gila Cliff Dwellings Nm
- Headwaters To Northern Boundary Gila Cliff Dwellings Nm
- Headwaters In Gila National Forest To Eastern Boundary Of Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument
- Gila Wilderness Boundary (Below Snow Lake) To Gila Wilderness Boundary (Sec 24, T12s, R14w)
- Wilderness Run
- Gila Wilderness Boundary To Confluence With East Fork Gila River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lower Scorpion Campround as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lower Scorpion Campround
Can I make reservations at Lower Scorpion Campround?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Lower Scorpion Campround?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Lower Scorpion Campround.